2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 849 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
